About Nidwan

NIDWAN's journey began in 2003, rooted in Pratima Gurung's personal experiences of structural discrimination.

National Indigenous Disabled Women Association Nepal (NIDWAN) is a non-profit, young women-led organization dedicated to promoting and protecting the rights of Indigenous women and girls with disabilities. Established in 2015 after years of dedication, advocacy, and collective struggle, NIDWAN works to empower those who have been historically marginalized and left behind. Through advocacy, research, capacity strengthening, and strategic partnerships, NIDWAN advances equality, inclusion, and social justice while ensuring the meaningful participation and leadership of Indigenous persons with disabilities in all aspects of society.

Read Our Values

Values and Principle

OUR VALUES

NIDWAN strongly abides by its following values:

  • Equality and Non-Discrimination
  • Collective Rights and Cultural Diversity
  • Transparency and Accountability
  • Celebrate Diversity
  • Collectiveness & Unity
  • Honesty & Impartiality
  • Respect & Dignity

OUR PRINCIPLES

Team work and Mutual understanding

  • Team work and Mutual understanding
  • Accessibility
  • Professionalism
  • Equality and Equity
  • Free, Prior and Informed Consent
  • Respect Self determination

Meet Our Team

Targeted initiatives designed for lasting systemic change at the intersection of identity and ability.